1966 Simca 1200S vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando

To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1966 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Simca 1200S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Simca 1200S 2008 SsangYong Korando
Make Simca SsangYong
Model 1200S Korando
Year Released 1966 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1204 cc 2295 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 79 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 106 Nm 213 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2860 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 91 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 88.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 855 kg 1865 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2240 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 70 L


 

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